Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland
Last inspected:
10000 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Big Cypress Grill in Lakeland has accumulated 103 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Consumer advisory violations were the most frequently cited issue, followed by improper chemical storage and inadequate cooking temperatures. The establishment has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.
Most recent closure: June 9, 2017 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
3.4
violations / inspection
3.4 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017029198 | $400.00 | Jun 9, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland last inspected?
- Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland last shut down?
- Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland was last shut down on June 9, 2017 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland had?
- Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland find?
- Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland was most recently inspected on November 13, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland been fined?
- Big Cypress Grill / Big Cypress Golf Club in Lakeland has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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